Welcome to AutobahnInfo AT
Your essential resource for safe and informed travel on Austria's motorways. Whether you're planning a journey, already on the road, or simply seeking to understand Austrian road regulations, we provide up-to-date and reliable information to enhance your driving experience.
Our Service Overview
Navigating the Austrian Autobahn system can be a straightforward and enjoyable experience, especially when you're well-informed. AutobahnInfo AT is dedicated to offering comprehensive, practical, and timely information for all drivers. From understanding the mandatory vignette system and specific toll sections to knowing where to find the next rest stop with amenities, we aim to cover all aspects of your journey.
Our platform consolidates key information regarding current travel conditions, including potential traffic delays, roadworks, and weather-related warnings. We detail the often-specific speed regulations that apply across various sections of the Autobahn, ensuring you can drive within legal limits. For those travelling during colder months, our dedicated section on winter driving provides crucial advice on equipment, conditions, and safety measures. Furthermore, we outline clear emergency procedures, offering peace of mind should an unforeseen event occur.
We are an online information service and coordination desk. Service availability depends on local partners.
What We Can Help With
AutobahnInfo AT is designed to be your primary online reference for Austrian Autobahn travel. Here's a detailed look at the support and information we provide:
- Current Travel Conditions
- Access information on real-time traffic flow, reported incidents, road closures, and construction zones that might impact your journey. We strive to provide updates sourced from official channels to ensure accuracy.
- Vignette & Toll Requirements
- Clear explanations of the Austrian vignette system, including purchase options, validity periods, and penalties for non-compliance. Details on special toll roads (e.g., tunnels, mountain passes) and how to pay them.
- Rest Areas & Service Stations
- Information on the location and facilities available at various rest stops along the Autobahn, including petrol stations, restaurants, WC facilities, and electric vehicle charging points.
- Speed Limits & Traffic Regulations
- A comprehensive guide to general speed limits on Austrian motorways, specific variable speed zones, and other important traffic rules such as safe following distances and overtaking regulations.
- Winter Driving Preparedness
- Essential advice for driving in winter conditions, covering mandatory winter tyre requirements, snow chain usage, and tips for safe driving on icy or snow-covered roads.
- Emergency Procedures
- Guidance on what to do in case of a breakdown, accident, or other emergency on the Autobahn, including how to contact emergency services and use emergency telephones.
- General Driving Tips for Austria
- Practical advice for foreign drivers, including cultural nuances of driving, common road signs, and other useful information to make your trip smoother.
What We Cannot Help With
While we aim to be a comprehensive information hub, it's important to understand the scope of our services. We are an informational platform and do not provide the following:
- Direct Emergency Response: We are not an emergency service. In case of an accident, breakdown, or medical emergency, you must contact local emergency services directly (e.g., 112 for general European emergencies, 133 for Police, 144 for Ambulance, 122 for Fire Brigade in Austria).
- Vignette or Toll Sales/Refunds: We do not sell vignettes or process toll payments or refunds. Our information guides you on where and how to purchase these directly from official providers.
- Legal Advice or Representation: We cannot offer legal counsel regarding traffic violations, accidents, or other legal matters. For such issues, please consult a qualified legal professional.
- Vehicle Breakdown & Recovery Services: We do not offer roadside assistance, vehicle repair, or recovery services. For these, you would need to contact a local motoring club (e.g., ÖAMTC, ARBÖ) or your insurance provider.
Our purpose is to empower you with knowledge, enabling you to make informed decisions and act appropriately when travelling on Austrian motorways.